A Closer Look at Katie O’s Food Carnival

A Closer Look at Katie O’s Food Carnival

With over 7,300 restaurants, caterers and food vendors, Chicago has some of the most incredible and creative food minds in the world.  Chicago Planner Magazine prides itself on featuring exceptional individuals who are impressive go-getters that are not only good at...

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Health, Work & Beauty: Hydration

Health, Work & Beauty: Hydration

Growing up I drank tons of pop (or soda depending on where you're from).   I like the sugar and the fizzy feeling.  But I've read so much about people losing anywhere from 5-30lbs in a year simply from cutting out sugary, canned soda beverages. Not to mention, all...

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A Closer Look at Katie O’s Food Carnival

A Closer Look at Katie O’s Food Carnival

With over 7,300 restaurants, caterers and food vendors, Chicago has some of the most incredible and creative food minds in the world.  Chicago Planner Magazine prides itself on featuring exceptional individuals who are impressive go-getters that are not only good at...

Health, Work & Beauty: Hydration

Health, Work & Beauty: Hydration

Growing up I drank tons of pop (or soda depending on where you're from).   I like the sugar and the fizzy feeling.  But I've read so much about people losing anywhere from 5-30lbs in a year simply from cutting out sugary, canned soda beverages. Not to mention, all...

Health, Work & Beauty: Improving My Lifestyle

Health, Work & Beauty: Improving My Lifestyle

  Being an event planner is a time consuming job.  There is  no clocking in and out. You have to be prepared for anything all the time.  So how do you keep a healthy lifestyle? I'm excited to say that I've recently accepted a position with an international event...

Read of the Month: Bitchless Bride

March is wedding month and to kick it off right, the Read of the Month is the real but funny book, named from it's blog, Bitchless Bride.  Event planners and brides alike can appreciate the candid honesty on how a bride can avoid being the nightmare Bridzilla so many...

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2014 Oscar Party

2014 Oscar Party

There's still time to get your ticket to the Oscar Viewing Party at Studio Paris on March 2nd at 5PM.  B96's Showbiz Shelly will be there along with 12 time Grammy Winner Malik Yusef who is DJing. Get Your Tickets HERE

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Crazy Successful

Just about every person has been through the "what are your strengths and weaknesses? What qualities do you have that will make you successful?"  We ask ourselves this all the time.  I love reading articles on successful people and observing exceptional, professional...

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Caterer of the Month: Blue Plate

Caterer of the Month: Blue Plate

This February, the Cater of the Month is BLUE PLATE.  I have enjoyed their cuisine at events and think that you should too!  Jennifer Perna, VP of Sales, gives us some information on why Blue Plate should cater your next event! SIGNATURE STYLE OF FOOD Blue Plate has a...

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DIY Recipe: Italian Style Red Potatoes

Enjoy this easy, tasty recipe! Ingredients: 3 Cups Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 lb bag of Red Potatoes 1/2 Cup Italian Seasoning 5 Tablespoons Sea Salt 5 Tablespoons Cracked Black Pepper 3 Table Spoons Worcestershire Sauce Instructions: Heat oven to 425 degrees over while...

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How Are Those New Year’s Resolutions Going?

How Are Those New Year’s Resolutions Going?

How are those New Year's Resolutions going?  While it's only Mid-February, it's hard not to fall off the horse.  In case you're needing a little booster, here are some things to help you keep to your goals. GET ORGANIZED  I have found that truly being organized and...

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Venue of the Month: The Driehaus Museum

Venue of the Month: The Driehaus Museum

VENUE OF THE MONTH: The Driehaus Museum LOCATION: 40 E. Erie St. - Chicago, IL 60611 MAXIMUM CAPACITY: Board Room Set Up for 20; Seated Dinners for up to 100 VENUE TYPE: Museum, Historical Building There are many venues to enjoy in the City of Chicago.  Part of what...

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5 Things to do this Valentine’s Day

Some people love Valentine's Day, some people hate it.  I'm kind of in between myself.  There's all those terrible facebook statuses that make me want to unfriend at least 50% of people, but there's also candy, cards, fancy dinners and hopefully acts of kindness. ...

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